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Charles Bowler Obituary
BOWLER CHARLES E. BOWLER, JR. (Age 73) On Sunday, November 16, 2008, of Silver Spring, MD. He is survived by his beloved Mary Blandin Bauer. Loving father of Glenn C. (Siobhan) Bowler, Lynn K. (Gary) Petrazzuolo and the late Alan W. Bowler; cherished grandfather of Audrey, Carly and Daniel; loving brother of John and Thomas (Rosie) Bowler. Also survived by his former spouse, Ann E. Bowler. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. at The Washington Ethical Society, 7750 16th St., NW, Washington, DC 20012. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Sierra Club or the Washington Ethical Society. Please sign and view the family guestbook: www.hinesrinaldifuneralhome.com
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Dick and D Samples
December 6, 2008
Hi Mary and the kids as well. Ah, such good memories of our time in Guam with Charlie and the rest of the bunch. Especially when we went diving or shelling and I alone, I think, was scared to death while Charlie, Rick and the others were fearless!!! Foolish people those folks :-) I do recall in particular that Charlie bought a Kodak Retna high dollar single lense reflex camera. Along with the camera, a waterproof pouch that would permit underwater photography. Well,now for the rest of the story, Charlie went diving with camera in pouch, only to discover the pouch filled with water when he surfaced. We all felt so bad for him. The camera got replaced and life went on.
Be of good cheer though, Charlie was a fine fellow and for sure is in good hands now. D and Dick
Earl Diamond
November 25, 2008
Dear Mary,
I was truly saddened to hear of Charlie's passing. He was a true gentleman. I served in the Air Force with him in Guam, and never heard one unkind word from him on any subject. He will be missed. My prayers will be with you and his family during this sad time.
Mary Jo Gallagher
November 22, 2008
Dear Mary, Peter and I will miss Charlie's gentle presence at our neighborhood gatherings. What a thoughful and sweet man. Know that you are in the center of people who care and can be counted on to help you at this time.
November 21, 2008
Dear Glenn, Sio, Audrey & Daniel,
Please know that we're thinking of you during this very difficult time. Love from Lisa & Andy & Jordan & Christopher
Glen Porter
November 21, 2008
Mary, I talked to Charlie last Saturday and am deeply saddened by his death. He was one of the nicest guys I have ever known. I know you will miss him, as we all will, and offer prayers for both of you. Please have strength.
Glen Porter
November 21, 2008
Mary, I talked to Charlie last Saturday or Sunday and am deeply saddened by his death. He was one of the nicest guys I have ever known. I know you will miss him, as we all will, and offer prayers for both of you. Please have strength.
Reva Litt
November 21, 2008
Mary - Our hearts are with you. Charlie was such a beautiful, gentle person. He will be deeply missed by us. We will always remember the many wonderful times we had together with you and Charlie.
We think of you often and miss having time with you. Love, Reva & Yits
Andrew Reichlin
November 21, 2008
Looking back, part of the pain of Glenn and Siobhan moving back to Virginia was losing the contact we had with Glenn's family, including Charlie. When people are as inherently good and decent like Charlie, then a family can't be big enough or have enough branches or degrees of separation. I was reminded of his solidity and presence most recently when we went to your anniversary party. I'll be reminded of it the next time I sit with Audrey or Daniel. I know he is proud of the lives you live and the people you are. I am so sorry that he left so soon and only hope that the good memories can ease some of the pain you feel today.
Linda Clark
November 21, 2008
I know I am writing for many in AEC, here at the University when I say Charlie will be missed. Charlie was a friendly, hardworking teammate. He was kind, and often went way out of his way to be helpful to those of us who needed information. Often we needed it NOW and Charlie would drop what he was doing to help us and our projects out. My thoughts are with his friends and family.
Charles E. Robinson
November 21, 2008
Siobhan,
I am very sorry to have heard about your father-in-law; please know my prayer and sympathy reaches towards your husband, you and the children. The Spirit is Everlasting.
David Kersey
November 21, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Rich & MaryRuth Reis
November 21, 2008
We delighted in knowing Charlie and we cherish knowing Mary, his beloved. We enjoyed visiting with Charlie and Mary over dinner at a local restaurant. I fondly recall an earlier autumn when Charlie and I helped a sick friend rake leaves. Charlie always had a warm smile and greeting for everyone. We miss him so! We convey our loving condolences to Mary.
Rick Toth
November 21, 2008
Dear Mary,
So sorry to hear of your loss. As you know I was one of the 13 lieutenants that worked with Charlie in Guam in 1958-60. Ann and my thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Rachel Keller
November 20, 2008
I worked in the same department with Charlie at the University, and a few weeks after I started here, I ran into him at a talk at the Ethical Society. He was very welcoming to me at was then a new job, especially after only meeting me once at work. He will be missed.
Kimberly Forshay
November 20, 2008
To Lynn and all the family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. It is a hard time now but soon will come the time when the mention of his name will bring a smile again.
Always,
Gary, Kim, Dylan & Tyler Forshay
Marie-Pierre Graf
November 20, 2008
Dear Glenn and Siobhan, Audrey and Daniel,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts during those difficult times.
Sincerely,
Marie-Pierre Graf
Larry Davis
November 20, 2008
I’m the team manager of the Bandits in the Fairfax Adult Softball Senior league.
I played on the field with Charlie as an opponent for at least 10 years.
When we were parked close to each other I would stop and talk with him either before or after games.
He was always easy going, very low key and even humble.
I will really miss not seeing Charlie at the ball field.
Sincerely.
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